Mentari Crystal

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17 November 2020

* We are now instructed on behalf of certain cargo interests in this matter and can report further concerning the capsize of general cargo vessel, MENTARI CRYSTAL at Teluk Lamong Terminal, East Java on 15 November 2020.

* The vessel came to rest with its starboard side on the sea bed just off the pier at Teluk Lamong Terminal.

* It appears that many, if not all, of the containers stowed on deck fell overboard, and any cargo stowed below deck will also be affected by physical damage and seawater wetting.

* Operations to salvage the cargo and the vessel are reported to be underway.

* As previously advised, security may be required to be provided in order to take possession of any salvaged cargo and we may be able to assist in that regard.

* The cause of the capsize of the vessel is not currently clear but unsubstantiated reports suggest that the improper ballasting of the vessel and container stowage will be amongst areas requiring further investigation to protect cargo interests.

* Having already received instructions from certain cargo insurers we may be able to offer certain economies of scale in respect of any expert investigation of the cause of the casualty.

* We therefore recommend that you contact us urgently if you insure any cargo affected by this casualty so that we may take immediate steps to protect your interests.

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* It is reported that general cargo vessel, MENTARI CRYSTAL, developed a list and later capsized at the berth at Teluk Lamong Terminal, East Java, Indonesia on 15 November 2020.

* 137 containers were reportedly stowed on board the vessel at the time of the incident, some of which may have been swept away in the current. Efforts are currently underway to retrieve the containers lost overboard. The cause of the casualty is presently unknown although stability issues are likely to be relevant given the vessel's position at the time of the incident.

* The vessel and cargo will need to be salvaged and recovery issues will arise in respect of loss and/or damage to the cargo. Security may need to be provided in order to take possession of any salvaged cargo and we may be able to assist in that regard.

* If you are concerned with any cargo stowed on board this vessel, we recommend that you contact us as soon as possible so that we may take immediate steps to protect your interests.